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On This Day – January 16th
From rising empires to scientific discoveries, January 16th has proven to be a pretty interesting date throughout history! While there’s likely millions of important events that have unfolded across the decades and centuries on this date, we’ve crammed in as much as we can into a bite-sized fact file to help clue you in. Here’s …
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Jan
9 Uncensored Facts about the CIA
We have all seen depictions of the CIA in films, books, and TV shows. And, let’s face it, we’ve all heard conspiracy theories about the organization, too! And, with an organization cloaked in so much mystery, it’s no wonder that so many of us are curious to know more! With that in mind, here are …
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On This Day – January 15th
January 15th is a special day for millions of birthday celebrators all over the world – but did you know it’s also a huge day for Super Bowl fans, and for those who use Wikipedia daily? Here are some fun facts about January 15th that might just surprise you all the same.
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On This Day – January 14th
January 14th isn’t just any other day at the start of the year. It’s well-known for helping to give birth to the UN, is a big date for Elvis fans, and it’s also one of the best days of the year to really flex those grey muscles up top. Here are some fun facts about …
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Jan
On This Day – January 13th
Believe it or not, January 13th is no ordinary day, and we have the history to prove it! It’s a day notable for radio firsts, major space missions, and rubber duckies. Yes, you read that correctly. Here are some of the most eventful things to ever happen on January 13th, as well as a handful …
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11 Confounding Facts about Carbon
Carbon is one of the most important elements for all living beings. It helps atoms bind together to make virtually everything… us, animals, plants, rocks, and even plastics. Here are some fun facts about carbon to crack into! 1. Carbon is… pretty much everywhere, actually. Carbon is one of the most abundant elements in the …
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Jan
10 Nifty Facts about Nevada State
From casinos and magic shows to wild horses and deserts, Nevada sure has a lot to offer! It is arguably one of the most famous states in the US, and with good reason! The Silver State has had a rich history and is making plenty more every day. But how much do you know about …
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On This Day – January 12th
January 12th is just like any other day, right? Maybe not! It’s remarkable for natural events, military launches, and if you know a redhead… January 12th is the best day of the year to show them your love! Here are some fun facts about January 12th.
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Jan
12 Chilly Facts about The Cold War
The effects of the Cold War between east and west still ripple on to this day. This decades-long feud was more than just warfare – it was a chilly stalemate that changed international relations for good. Here are some interesting facts about the Cold War to help clue you in. 1. What was the Cold …
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Jan
On This Day – January 11th
Although you may not be able to think of anything particularly ground-breaking from January 11th (unless it’s your own birthday) it is indeed a very important day! It marks Earhart’s first flight, some famous sporting birthdays, and everyone’s favourite weather feature… the puddle. Here’s some fun facts about January 11th!
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